Director of Public Works

City of Florissant, MO; Missouri; On-site; USD 111,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Florissant is seeking a highly qualified Director of Public Works to lead the Public Works Department, overseeing four divisions: Health, Street, Building, and Engineering; responsible for overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction.

The Director will supervise divisions, manage major projects, oversee budgets, and represent the City in public relations while supporting emergency preparedness efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required.
• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in Public Works management, construction or engineering; seven years preferred.
• Supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all Public Works divisions and personnel
• Plan, oversee, and administer major public works projects
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and provide fiscal oversight
• Advise and support the Mayor on Public Works initiatives
• Perform public relations functions on behalf of the Department and City
• Evaluate Public Works needs and develop short- and long-range plans
• Assist with City emergency preparedness planning and response
• Any other duties requested

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

Description

Salary range: $110,968 - $140,004

Full benefits package includes: MO Lagers Pension, medical, dental, life insurance, long-term disability and various voluntary benefit plans

The City of Florissant is seeking a highly qualified and experienced professional to serve as Director of Public Works. This executive-level position is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the City’s Public Works Department.

Position Summary

The Director of Public Works performs complex supervisory, administrative, organizational, and professional engineering work involving the planning, organizing, directing, and supervision of four major divisions within the Public Works Department:

• Health Division, Street Division, Building Division, and Engineering Division

The Director actively supervises and administers all major public works projects for the City, provides administrative and technical support to the Mayor, and has full oversight of departmental budgeting and fiscal management. The position also represents the Department and the City in public relations matters and serves as Assistant Director of Emergency Preparedness.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage all Public Works divisions and personnel
• Plan, oversee, and administer major public works projects
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and provide fiscal oversight
• Advise and support the Mayor on Public Works initiatives
• Perform public relations functions on behalf of the Department and City
• Evaluate Public Works needs and develop short- and long-range plans
• Assist with City emergency preparedness planning and response
• Any other duties requested

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering required or closely related Engineering field.
• Master’s degree in civil engineering preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in Public Works management, construction or engineering; Seven (7) years of experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience required.

Certifications and Licenses

• Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer registered under the laws of the State of Missouri (per City Charter)
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license